Find the Same Picture

Look at the picture at the top and tap the same one below.

About find the same

A single picture sits at the top of the screen. Below it are two, three or four pictures. Tap the one that is the same. It is one simple choice at a time, with plenty of room to talk.

  • Often suits middle and later stages
  • 1 or 2 people
  • No timer or score

How to play find the same

  1. Choose two, three or four pictures to pick from. Two is the simplest.
  2. Look at the picture at the top together.
  3. Tap the same picture below. It is marked with a check and a few warm words.
  4. If a different picture is tapped, the game simply names it and waits. Take your time.
  5. Tap "Next picture" when you are ready for another.

Tips for playing together

  • Talk about each picture before choosing: colors, shapes, where you might see it.
  • Two choices are not "too easy". The goal is a pleasant moment, not a challenge.
  • If tapping is hard, the person can point and you can tap for them.

New to playing with someone who has dementia? Read how to play games together, including what to do if they lose interest.

Questions and answers

Is there a timer or a score?

No. There is no clock, score, move counter or losing. You can stop at any moment, and stopping halfway is a perfectly good way to finish.

What happens if the wrong picture is tapped?

Nothing unpleasant. There is no buzzer, red cross or shaking. The game names the picture that was tapped and waits for the next tap.

Is it free, and do I need to sign up?

Yes, it is free, and there is no account, sign-up or download. It works in the web browser on a phone, tablet or computer.

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